No desks, no whiteboards, no walls. Welcome to school, in the forest

In conventional schools, time outdoors is the exception. But at forest schools, time outdoors is the rule — and it’s having transformational effects on all kinds of young learners.

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Welcome to school, in the forest. This unconventional approach to education takes children out of traditional classrooms and into the heart of nature. Tamara Wineland, an educator with a deep love for the outdoors, shares her journey of founding a forest school on a lush 10-acre property in Colorado Springs.

In this natural setting, children engage in self-directed learning through play, fostering curiosity, creativity, resilience, and a profound connection to the environment. The Forest School model is particularly beneficial for children with special needs, such as Rudy, who has Down syndrome. Here, therapy seamlessly integrates with play, allowing children to learn at their own pace.

The program highlights a broader trend towards personalized education, challenging traditional methods. Over 10,000 children are already benefiting from this approach in nature schools across America. The success of AdventureMe’s methods prompts us to consider the potential of individualized learning, enabling children to flourish on their unique paths and become lifelong learners.